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Consumers unlikely to give restaurants credit for healthier moves

 By Kelly Killian on Mar. 16, 2016

The results of a new study suggest that customers hold all the cards when it comes to driving health on menus, but restaurants could win big by telling a better story.

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6 satisfying snack recipes

 By Patricia Cobe on Dec. 06, 2017

Rushed, unpredictable schedules, as well as the latest menu trends, call for snacks that satisfy at any time of day. These recipes are a must-try at the holidays.

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When wing prices soar

By Patricia Cobe on Jan. 25, 2018

Chains built around chicken wings are rejiggering menus to keep costs in check.

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7 burgers rocking the menu right now

By Patricia Cobe on Mar. 14, 2018

Competition between the buns heats up as operators raise their game to win customers.

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3 rising menu trends to watch

By Patricia Cobe on Apr. 23, 2018

Pandan is one of the ingredients starting to pop up in independent restaurants.

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Roeing upstream: concepts go upscale with caviar

By Heather Lalley on Aug. 28, 2017

The premium ingredient is being menued at a variety of price points.

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Dispensing innovation

By Restaurant Business Staff on May 01, 2012

The granddaddy of frozen yogurt concepts, TCBY (a.k.a. The Country’s Best Yogurt), hasn’t been sitting on the sidelines as newcomers crowd the field.

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The sandwich, re-imagined

By Restaurant Business Staff on Mar. 21, 2013

The popularity of the sandwich shows no signs of stopping, as operators move beyond old standbys and present consumers with ethnic flavorings, gourmet ingredients and toppings, and new carrier options—everything from flavored wraps to waffles.

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Playing with flavor

By Patricia Cobe on Oct. 01, 2013

"Bold" is becoming a boring mantra on menus; flavor-craving customers want more. To tempt their taste buds—and wallets—chefs and menu developers across all segments are experimenting with flavor enhancing cooking techniques, layering flavors for maximum effect and punching up dishes with housemade condiments.

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The spirit of Santa Fe

By Patricia Cobe on Dec. 30, 2013

Continuing to upgrade its burger selections, the 28-unit Taco Mac Sports Grill added the Santa Fe Burger—an LTO starring fresh avocados. With its healthy halo and premium ingredients, it became the chain’s second best-selling burger during its run and is now part of the regular menu.

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